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MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN Ultra-rare
As of 2026 Q2, 42 MERCEDES SLR MCLARENs remain registered in the UK — one of the rarest cars in Britain on today's roads. That's down from a peak of 44 in 2019 Q2 — only 95% of the high-water mark, a loss of about 2 cars. Unusually, the numbers are actually rising — up 5 (13.5%) over the past year, as imports and barn-finds rejoin the register faster than cars leave it. In all, the MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN is rarer than 67% of the 2,315 UK car models we track, putting it firmly in 2026's endangered class.
Survivors over time
How rare is it?
Genuinely rare — only 42 left on UK roads.
Rarer than 67% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
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About the SLR MCLAREN
The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (C199 / R199 / Z199) is a grand tourer jointly developed by German automotive manufacturer Mercedes-Benz and British automotive manufacturer McLaren Automotive and sold from 2003 to 2010. When the car was developed, Mercedes-Benz owned 40 percent of the McLaren Group and the car was produced in conjunction between the two companies. The "SLR" name is an abbreviation for "Sport Leicht Rennsport" (Sport Light Racing), and was an homage to the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR which served as the car's inspiration. The car was offered in coupé, roadster and speedster bodystyles,...
MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN — questions & answers
How many MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN are left in the UK?
As of 2026 Q2, 42 MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN were still registered in the UK — 16 licensed and on the road, plus 26 declared SORN (off-road). The figures come from official DVLA vehicle licensing data.
Is the MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN rare?
The MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN is genuinely rare, with only 42 left, making it rarer than 67% of the 2,315 UK car models we track.
Is the MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN increasing or decreasing?
Over the last year the number of MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN on UK roads rose by 5 (13.5%).
What fuel do most MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN use?
Most MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN run on petrol — about 100% of those still registered.
When did the MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN peak?
The MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN peaked at 44 registered in 2019 Q2, and was first recorded in the data in 2014 Q3.